# OpenWav vs NVM Nvrmnd

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OpenWav at 165 against NVM Nvrmnd's 2. OpenWav also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenWav sells 24 one-off in-app purchases and NVM Nvrmnd sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for OpenWav against 5.0 for NVM Nvrmnd. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenWav has 165 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 97% of OpenWav's written reviews are positive against 100% of NVM Nvrmnd's.

OpenWav ships an update every 9 days, NVM Nvrmnd every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenWav | NVM Nvrmnd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (165 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openwav/id6447367844/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nvm-nvrmnd/id6791756177/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **165** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 97.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 144 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [OP3N, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1593527314) | [NVM Nvrmnd LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791756179) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenWav

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openwav/id6447367844)

This platform empowers independent musicians to release music, sell merchandise, and host events. Artists can build direct fan communities, own their data, and monetize their work without upfront costs or ads.

**Highlights:** Release music and exclusive drops, Design and sell custom merchandise, Create events and sell tickets, Build exclusive fan communities, Track sales and own fan data, Direct fan support and engagement

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Love feat. Bruno Mars (Orig... | $0.99 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive content | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nature sounds | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beauty of Kerala’s landscape | $0.99 | one-time |
| DJ old school set with the OG | $0.99 | one-time |
| here’s the full episode of ... | $0.99 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $1.29 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $1.49 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Speaking in Tongues | $1.99 | one-time |
| ADDICT | $1.99 | one-time |
| #TheEPChronicles FEMME FATALE | $1.99 | one-time |
| New demo | $1.99 | one-time |
| LIVE PRODUCTION Delilah | $1.99 | one-time |
| Flower Timelapse | $1.99 | one-time |
| BTS: Bohan’s new album stud... | $1.99 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Never Did I | $2.99 | one-time |
| #TheArchives unreleased song | $2.99 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Kevin Woo debuting Deja Vu ... | $4.99 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Music Credits Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and responsive
- 💡 Great concept for artists
- 🚀 Flexibility in monetizing art
- 🤝 Authentic partnership opportunities
- 🛍️ Easy merch creation and selling

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Reviews read like ads
- 🤔 Potential astroturfing of reviews
- 🤔 Reliance on AI for content

**Reported bugs**

- Minor bugs in new platforms

**Requested features**

- Partnership with TIDAL for integration
- Live streaming with gift earning functionality like TikTok


### NVM Nvrmnd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nvm-nvrmnd/id6791756177)

Stream a vast music catalog for free and own new releases by naming your price. Organize your listening with playlists, journal your thoughts, and stay updated on artist news and merchandise.

**Highlights:** Free back catalog streaming, Pay-what-you-want new releases, Playlist creation and organization, Private music journaling, Artist merchandise browsing, New release notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support - $1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Support — $3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| $5 - Support the release | $4.99 | one-time |
| Support — $10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Support — $25 | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenWav free?

OpenWav is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NVM Nvrmnd free?

NVM Nvrmnd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OpenWav or NVM Nvrmnd?

NVM Nvrmnd is rated higher. OpenWav averages 4.9 out of 5 from 165 ratings, while NVM Nvrmnd averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do OpenWav or NVM Nvrmnd have ads?

Neither OpenWav nor NVM Nvrmnd shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenWav or NVM Nvrmnd?

OpenWav ships an update every 9 days, and NVM Nvrmnd every 3 weeks. Most recently, OpenWav was updated on October 23, 2026 and NVM Nvrmnd on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*